I usually have at least a few cookbooks out from the library. They inspire me, entertain me and provide me with a stockpile of recipes to try. Checking out new cookbooks is also a good way to keep up with food trends. You’d think I’d have enough recipes by now, but I can’t seem … View Post
Sticky Eggplant
I am always on the lookout for a way to make the incredible sticky eggplant we had at Fujin chinese restaurant in Portland, Ore., on our honeymoon 18 years ago. It was dark, both sweet and savory, and just a little chewy, fried to perfection. To die for. This isn’t it. But it IS good. Perhaps … View Post
Cheesy Ham Poof (Cheesy Name) and Nantucket Cranberry Pie
I love everything about brunch; the time of day, the relaxed atmosphere, the foods. Especially the food. For Easter today, I made almost everything ahead of time or at least assembled it to bake. I turned the ovens on as soon as we got home from church, filled ’em up, and got to relax a … View Post
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Potato, Spinach and Feta Gratin (and green bean side)
Holy cow. I can’t believe I haven’t posted in more than five months. What the heck have I been doing? I hope my energy for such things has returned, as I am trying to wrest back control of my life from the forces of, well, not evil exactly. But I digress. Here are a tasty … View Post
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